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Robert Half Controller in Cleveland, Ohio
Description Robert Half is looking for an ambitious, eager Controller to join the team at an well-respected services company. This leadership role oversees an accounting and clerical department. As the Controller, you will plan and direct all accounting operational functions, manage the accumulation and consolidation of financial information for internal and external financial statements, assess accounting and internal control systems, and guide departmental staff. This company provides competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and strong opportunity for career growth. We are searching for an individual who can motivate others with a positive professional attitude; displays integrity, reliability and leadership; and can offer outstanding client services by managing self and other with urgency, practicality and accountability. You will also make key decisions and challenge, negotiate and influence the team. As a leader, you will encourage innovative ideas that are sound and progressive, challenge the status quo, and support creativity in your area of responsibility. The Controller position is a permanent opportunity in the Cleveland, Ohio region.
What you get to do every single day
Manage the production of and monthly monitoring of the annual budget and forecasts
Comfortable in taking on tasks beyond formal job responsibilities
Responsible for month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations & G/L analysis
Present monthly financial reports to executive committee and partners
Manage daily cash and prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals
Review and revise deliverables of self and team to ensure that they meet client expectations
Drive the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to ensure the timely cash collection
Work closely with executive team and partners to facilitate efficient and effective firm-wide operation
Assess, execute and streamline policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Advance Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, as needed, with research, planning and implementation
Manage finance department operations, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll Requirements - Prior work done in public accounting is desired
CPA or MBA preferred
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
Budget forecasting experience
Manufacturing experience preferred
Financial reporting experience
Adeptness in payroll
Solid understanding of QuickBooks
Bank reconciliations experience
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis
Strong attention to detail
Able to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Commitment and abilities to meet critical business deadlines
Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired
Self-starter, ability to identify issues and resolve problems
Ability to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent, and to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment
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